Baseboard Meaning in English

word

US

ˈbeɪsˌbɔɹd

BAYS-bord

UK

ˈbeɪsbɔːd

BAYS-bawd

Definition

A baseboard is a narrow board that covers the joint between the bottom of a wall and the floor, protecting it and giving the room a finished look.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in American English; in British English, 'skirting board' is common. Usually refers to a strip of wood, plastic, or similar material along the bottom of walls. Rarely refers to electronics (not to be confused with 'motherboard').

• Spanish: zócalo - rodapié
• Portuguese (BR): rodapé
• Portuguese (PT): rodapé
• Chinese (Simplified): 踢脚线
• Chinese (Traditional): 踢腳線
• Hindi: बेसबोर्ड
• Arabic: لوح القاعدة
• Bengali: বেসবোর্ড - বর্ডার (দেয়ালের নিচে)
• Russian: плинтус
• Japanese: 巾木 (きんぎ) - ベースボード
• Vietnamese: ván chân tường
• Korean: 걸레받이
• Turkish: süpürgelik
• Urdu: فرش بورڈ
• Indonesian: plint - papan alas dinding

Example Sentences

The baseboard in my room is white.

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We need to clean the baseboards before painting.

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A wooden baseboard runs along the wall.

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Could you help me replace the broken baseboard in the hallway?

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Dust collects easily on the baseboards, so I try to wipe them every week.

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I accidentally kicked the baseboard while moving furniture.

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